Abstract [en]

How does one create an architectural design for a social and cultural context in a place that appears to be a hostile environment for people?

The purpose of my studie was to to get a better understanding of the relation between nature, culture, landscape, people, technical application and environment at the world´s nothernmost town, Longyearbyen on Svalbard, whose extreme climate and months of darkness appear a frightening settlement for people.

Is there room for architecture being more then a constructive shield against predators and the elements?

My goal was to create a meetingplace for spontaneous activities without obligation; a Cultural campus and a hub around-the-clock.